Banquet Cook

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa; Florida; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Safety Harbor Resort and Spa is seeking AM/PM Banquet Cooks with at least 2 years of fine dining experience. The role requires flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays, working in a high-volume kitchen to deliver exceptional banquet services.

Applicants should understand sanitation and food safety standards and be capable of maintaining presentation, quality, and portion control. Join a renowned property offering quality guest experiences on the Tampa Bay waterfront.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in fine dining cooking.
• Flexible to work AM/PM shifts, weekends and holidays.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation and local health requirements.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen and ability to maintain standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent food presentation and quality.
• Ensure portion control and monitor food costs and waste.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area; monitor temperatures and logs.
• Attend pre-shift meetings and follow directions from Chef/Sous Chef/Managers.
• Support kitchen management and communicate clearly with team.

Skills

Fine dining skills

High-volume kitchen

Food safety

Education

Food safety/certification (ServSafe or equivalent)

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization

The Safety Harbor Resort and Spa offers luxurious accommodations with breathtaking views of Tampa Bay and the City of Tampa. With state‑of‑the‑art meeting facilities, memorable wedding venues, spa services to rejuvenate the body and soul, world‑class wellness center, swimming pools filled with our own mineral springs, indoor lounge and bayfront Tiki bar and much more, we are always looking for exceptional team members who work well with others and provide an unforgettable experience for our guests.

We have proven success since 1924. Work surrounding the breathtaking views of Tampa Bay, enjoy world‑class wellness benefits, medical, vision and dental insurance. Paid vacations, sick leave and public holidays and many other benefits.

Please apply if you are:

• Outstanding in Guest Service with a smile
• Positive 'Can-Do' Attitude
• Willing to Go Above and Beyond
• Reliable and Efficient
• Self‑Motivated and Self Starter
• Independent and capable of working with little or no supervision
• Are amazing with other people
• Willing to turn a job into a career

Contract

Full‑time/Part‑time Full‑time and/or part‑time.

Category

Food & Beverage.

Position

Banquet Cook.

Description

We are looking for AM & PM Banquet Cooks with at least 2 year of experience in fine dining cooking and comfortable working in a high‑volume kitchen. Must be able to work flexible shifts, weekends and holidays.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Consistency to maintain food presentation, food quality, food production, portion control and food cost 'waste'. And food sanitation audit controls and practices.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all time. To be proactive and take full responsibility for maintaining the temperature log chart monitor all food temps and calibrate thermometers for the shift and to place the records in the sanitation logbook and attend pre shift meetings.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Chef/Sous Chef/and Food & Beverage Managers. While maintaining open lines of communication and support for the kitchen Management.
• Consistency and quality, which adheres to any special dietary regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area at all time. To be proactive and take full responsibility for maintaining the temperature log chart monitor all food temps and calibrate thermometers for the shift and to place the records in the sanitation logbook.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Strong preparation knowledge and al cart fine dining skills
• Previously worked in a similar kitchen environment and maintain a clean and tidy work
• Good knowledge of sanitation and local health authority requirements
• Food managers' certification if possible or food handlers' card or equivalent
• 3 or more years culinary experience in same or similar position
• Follow instruction and any lists that are given asking any questions if clarification is needed

This position is currently accepting applications.